Meta might have just spoiled two smart glasses reveals from Connect They appeared in a now deleted video on its YouTube channel A third new pair of glasses might have also been shown off You hate to see it. Well, unless you’re a tech journalist who thrives on covering leaks. That’s because Meta’s entire Connect […]
Microsoft is introducing an easy way for gamers to switch between application windows via the new Xbox PC app’s full-screen experience Players can use a long press on the Xbox home button for the new Task View It’s now available via Microsoft’s Windows 11 Insider program Microsoft and Asus’ ROG Xbox Ally collaboration is on […]
Windows 11 has a new preview out in the Beta channel It improves voice dictation using AI, and brings support for Windows Studio Effects to more webcams On the downside, File Explorer’s Home panel is getting an addition some might regard as clutter Windows 11 has a new preview build which refines voice dictation in […]
The developer of Tiny11 has released Nano11 Builder This allows for a seriously small Windows 11 installer to be cooked up Some core components are stripped out, though, making this unsuitable for the average PC owner Tiny11 – the tool that facilitates a seriously streamlined installation of Windows 11, trimmed of all Microsoft’s bloat – […]
A custom Windows 11 build, Tiny11 builder, removes bloatware and is available to install on older hardware Microsoft’s Windows 10 will reach its end on October 14, with no more official support Tiny11 is available via a script on GitHub It’s almost the end of the road for Windows 10, with Microsoft removing support for […]
Windows 11 25H2’s installer is now available to download However, this disk image is still a preview version I’d, therefore, recommend waiting for the fully finished take on 25H2 to be delivered via Windows Update Windows 11 25H2 is now available as a disk image file, so you can download and use that to install […]
Repair Assistant is in the release candidate of macOS Tahoe This feature facilitates making fully calibrated repairs, as previously seen with the iPhone and iPad It means Mac owners and independent repair shops can implement hardware fixes and ensure they work correctly In macOS Tahoe 26, Apple is expanding the potential for repairing its Macs […]
Windows 11’s September update has arrived It packs some smart new features, but some are for Copilot+ PCs only There’s a hidden drawback for those who don’t run a Copilot+ PC, too The latest Windows 11 update is now rolling out, and it’s packing quite a few features, albeit some of those abilities are exclusive […]
Microsoft is rolling out an update for the Copilot app It changes the home page to be more like the Start menu The rollout is underway, but it may take some time to reach all Windows 11 users Microsoft is changing the Copilot app in Windows 11 so that it presents the user with an […]
Windows 11 25H2 has been put through its performance paces Based on a suite of 40 benchmarks, it won’t be any faster than 24H2 In fact performance is a dead heat, but that’s to be expected, as 25H2 is a minor update that’s not making any big changes Windows 11 25H2 won’t be any quicker […]
SSD failures might be down to the use of pre-release Phison firmware That’s the conclusion of an investigation by a PC enthusiast group in China We’re told it’s verified by Phison engineers, but we need to be cautious about this assertion until we hear officially from the drive controller maker There’s a fresh twist regarding […]
Windows 11’s 25H2 update is now in the Release Preview channel This is the final stage of testing, meaning its arrival is imminent It won’t offer much in the way of exciting new features – which feels like a missed opportunity in terms of persuading people to upgrade from Windows 10 Windows 11 version 25H2 […]
Microsoft is bringing automatic theme-switching to Windows via PowerToys The feature will allow users to set automatic switches according to their schedule There’s no official launch date yet, but it will be included in the next update, 0.95 Windows 11 has had its fair share of negatives in the past few months, many of which […]
Meta Connect could include a new software platform for Meta’s AR glasses Meta Connect’s developer session schedule also promises a new developer kit …to hopefully allow the creation of AR/AI apps by third parties, to work on Meta specs Meta Connect is fast approaching, and with it we’re expecting to see some significant hardware enhancements […]
Microsoft’s attempting to bring PC makers in line to make sure USB-C ports are properly configured A poor setup by the manufacturer could lead to USB-C ports not working as they should, or not producing the correct notifications Microsoft’s urging the use of the Windows Hardware Lab Kit to fully validate USB-C ports Microsoft is […]
YouTube has started flagging members of Premium Family plans who aren’t living in the same household as the account manager A handful of users have reported receiving emails saying that their accounts will be paused, but it’s unclear which regions this applies to YouTube’s account-sharing crackdown joins a long line of streaming services that have […]
Windows 11 has a new feature for Android mobiles in test builds It allows for the syncing of the PC clipboard directly to the phone This ability is snappy and responsive based on early testing Windows 11 is getting a fresh ability for those who’ve linked their Android phone to their PC, namely a feature […]
Samsung is rumored to be planning a third Unpacked event this year at which it’ll launch three new devices As well as its highly anticipated Galaxy tri-fold smartphone, we could also see a new pair of AI glasses and the company’s first XR headset The event is rumored to being taking place on September 29 […]
Microsoft has finished its investigation into reports of an SSD-breaking bug The company said the August update for Windows 11 isn’t to blame There are still reports of drive failures filtering in, though, and some folks aren’t happy with Microsoft’s conclusion Microsoft has been investigating reports of the most recent Windows 11 update breaking some […]
It probably hasn’t escaped your attention that Windows 10 support expires on October 14, 2025. Given that, there’s precious little time left before those who remain on the operating system without taking any action will be left with no security updates. Those patches are vital protection for your system, and without them, an unsupported version […]
Windows 11’s August update reportedly introduced an SSD breaking bug It’s been suggested that SSDs using Phison controllers are more likely to be affected Phison has conducted extensive testing, but couldn’t reproduce the bug a single time, adding that its customers haven’t reported the glitch either The bug that recently emerged in Windows 11, which […]
Project Moohan could launch on September 29, according to a new leak It will be Samsung’s first Android XR headset Pricing may be cheaper than the Apple Vision Pro We’ve been waiting a long time for Project Moohan, Samsung’s first XR (extended reality) headset developed in partnership with Google. It was announced back in December, […]
Microsoft is improving sound quality for Bluetooth headphones This will allow for high-quality audio in Windows 11 while using a mic, benefiting gamers who often use in-game chat with a headset The PC and headphones will need to support Bluetooth LE Audio, though, and be running the latest version of Windows 11 Microsoft has announced […]
Google has rolled out a Messages feature in beta that lets you use QR codes to verify the device of the person you’re texting It’s Google Messages’ new security measure, which is designed to prevent impersonation scams Google revealed last year that it would be rolled out to users in 2025 It seems as though […]
Rokid Glasses are launching internationally They’re set to cost $599 (around £355 / AU$920) and launch in November These are cheaper, but arriving later than Meta’s rumored smart glasses with a display We’re just a couple of weeks out from Meta Connect, where we’ll likely see the company’s first Ray-Ban smart glasses with a display, […]
Windows 11 has a Resume feature in test builds For now it’s just for Spotify, but more developers will get on board in time If you’re listening to a track on your Android phone, you can resume that playback on your Windows 11 PC seamlessly Windows 11 is getting a new ability whereby the desktop […]
Windows 10’s extended support offer is currently rolling out A fair few people aren’t seeing it, though – myself included Microsoft has said that the rollout is happening ‘slowly’ but that it will be available for everyone before Windows 10’s End of Life in October 2025 If you’re running Windows 10 and hoping to get […]
Users have spotted a new feature that allows free YouTube users to download videos for offline viewing Despite the feature being available to YouTube Premium subscribers, Google has shared that offline downloads have always been available to free users – but only in certain markets There are several limitations with free offline downloads, including video […]
Windows 11’s Copilot app just got an update for testers This introduces a powerful new natural language-based search There are also some useful changes for the app’s home page Windows 11’s Copilot app is getting a deeper and more powerful search functionality, and more besides – although this is only in testing for now. The […]
A YouTuber has shared a new concept video of ‘Windows 12.2’ This is a follow-up to their previous vision of Windows 12, and refines the concept There are some smart ideas, but Microsoft is likely to be thinking very differently about it’s next-gen OS Windows concept videos are quite popular these days, as it’s intriguing […]
The August update for Windows 11 and 10 broke recovery features That includes options to reset the PC and fix problems using Windows Update All of these fail to work after the most recent patch, but thankfully Microsoft has now deployed a fix Microsoft has rushed out an emergency fix for a problem caused by […]
Microsoft is experimenting with a new recommendation in the Start menu It’s effectively an ad for Copilot (and Microsoft 365 Copilot) Recommendations include prompts to write a draft, create an image, or just fire up a query Windows 11 could be getting another thinly veiled ad in the Start menu, and this time it’s for […]
Meta and Oakley have released their non-limited edition smart glasses They’re up for preorder ahead of an August 26 release They start at $399 / £399 / AU$629 Oakley and Meta have finally debuted their six non-limited edition HSTN smart glasses, and they’re all available for preorder now, ahead of their August 26 release. We […]
Meta’s next smart glasses might cost $800 (£590 / AU$1,230) That’s much lower than the previous rumored price of over $1,000 We’ll know more at Meta Connect in September Meta’s next-gen smart glasses might not be as expensive as was originally feared, as new rumors point to them costing $800 instead of starting at over […]
Windows 11’s dark mode has long remained unfinished Microsoft is bringing dark mode to some new parts of the interface, based on clues spotted in testing This includes file operation dialog boxes, such as when copying files across from one folder to another If you use dark mode in Windows 11, you may have noticed […]
There are reports of a bug with the August update for Windows 11 It can seemingly cause SSDs to fail in a small number of reported cases We can’t jump to conclusions that this is Microsoft’s fault yet – but this is a worrying-sounding situation that bears monitoring Windows 11 may have run into trouble […]
Windows 10 has a new update for August It rolls out the offer of extended support until October 2026 to everyone Microsoft has also fixed a bug that caused the sign-up process to crash Windows 10’s latest update is an important one in terms of the impending End of Life for the operating system, as […]
YouTube has officially rolled out age verification checks to US users The service will use AI to determine your age If it detects you’re under 18, you’ll have to verify your age by submitting a credit card or government ID YouTube has officially launched its AI-based age checks in the US, following the introduction of […]
Microsoft stuffs more AI into Windows 11 – but the only feature I really want comes with a big catch
Windows 11 just got a new test build in the Release Preview channel It comes with a fair chunk of AI features, but only one I actually want That’s the AI agent in Settings, which is rolling out to more people – but sadly, I won’t get this, as it’s for Copilot+ PCs only Windows […]
Another Microsoft executive has detailed their vision of a future Windows Pavan Davuluri, VP of Windows and Devices, echoes the thoughts previously laid out by Microsoft’s VP for OS Security, David Weston The overall vision is for more AI, and an OS that watches what you’re doing on-screen, tapping into the cloud, which may worry […]
HTC has a new pair of smart glasses called the Vive Eagle They boast many of the same features as their rivals You can only get them in Taiwan right now HTC has just announced a new Vive wearable, but it’s not another VR headset – instead it’s a pair of stylish AI glasses called […]
Meta’s CTO was asked what we can expect from Meta Connect 2025 In response, he teased “big wearables announcements” He didn’t mention VR hardware, however Meta Connect 2025 is fast approaching – it’s a little over a month away on September 17 – but Meta’s CTO is already hinting at what we’ll see at the […]
Windows 11’s August update is now available It comes with a new feature aiming to recover a PC that won’t boot There’s also an important fix to iron out stability problems gamers are having with Windows 11 24H2 Windows 11 has a new update available that makes some smart introductions, including a fresh PC recovery […]
Meta has two new VR headsets you can try They’re protypes that aren’t usually accessible to the public You’ll have to attend SIGGRAPH 2025 to give them a whirl Every so often, Meta will showcase some of its prototype VR headsets – models which aren’t for public release like its fully fledged Meta Quest 3, […]
Microsoft has a new plan to target Chrome addicts to use Edge more A planned pop-up is only hidden in testing right now, though It may never be enabled, even in preview builds of Windows 11 – and I hope that’s the case, as I think this is a dangerous road for Microsoft to go […]
While the new ‘Liquid Glass’ look and a way more powerful Spotlight might be the leading features of macOS Tahoe 26, I’ve found that bringing over a much-loved iPhone feature has proven to be the highlight after weeks of testing. Live Activities steal the show on the iPhone, thanks to their glanceability and effortless way […]
Meta announced Instagram’s new Maps feature, which has many users worried about their online privacy While the new feature is opt-in only, it hasn’t stopped angry users from sharing their thoughts on X and Reddit If you’re one of those users, there’s a way to make sure your location settings are turned off for the […]
Clues in Windows 11 previews hint that AI is coming to the taskbar This could be in the form of an ‘agentic AI’ companion Exactly what its purpose would be is far from clear at this point Microsoft could be planning to add an AI element to the taskbar in Windows 11, based on clues […]
A Microsoft support document reveals a new twist on Windows 10’s extended update scheme Even if you pay $30 for the program, you’ll need to have a Microsoft account The good news is that up to 10 devices are supported with one license We’ve had a surprise late revelation that Windows 10’s extended update scheme […]
Windows 11 users are seeing a positive change, but also a less-welcome one The good news is the ‘second-chance out-of-box experience’ nag has been streamlined considerably The bad news is there’s a new nag pop-up in the Start menu that pushes you towards taking out a OneDrive subscription Microsoft has tidied up one annoyance with […]
Microsoft’s AI helper for gaming has debuted in Windows 11 Gaming Copilot is in the Game Bar, but it’s only in beta testing for now Gaming handheld owners may worry about performance, but Microsoft says it’s optimizing the feature for these devices As Microsoft promised earlier this year, Gaming Copilot – the AI helper for […]
Windows 10’s Game Bar has reportedly been hit with a nasty bug The Game Bar crashes when trying to access its options For those with Ryzen 3D V-Cache CPUs, this means they can’t properly configure them for the best gaming performance Gamers running Windows 10 with a high-end AMD Ryzen 3D V-Cache processor are suffering […]
Microsoft is prepping Windows XP Crocs, dubbed the ’50th Anniversary Exclusive’ It’ll be the first version of Windows to take this step, if true The Crocs come with six Jibbitz and a carrying tote Yes, Microsoft is still celebrating its 50th anniversary, and while the company has done a lot of looking back, it’s also […]
Microsoft’s VP for OS Security has provided his vision of Windows in 2030 It will be multimodal and involve ‘more talking to our computers’ AI will power the ability to ‘do much more sophisticated things’ Ever wondered what Windows will be like at the turn of the decade, when 2030 rolls around? Windows Central discovered […]
Microsoft recently produced some new support documents These contain some helpful advice for would-be upgraders to Windows 11 who run into problems Some of this is very handy to know – including why you may not immediately be offered Windows 11 after upgrading your CPU Microsoft recently provided some fresh troubleshooting advice for those looking […]
Valve’s SteamOS market share has grown by 0.32%, based on new Steam Hardware & Software survey Microsoft’s Windows 11 market share fell by 0.44%, suggesting gamers are migrating to SteamOS These results come right before Microsoft’s new ‘full-screen experience’ for the Xbox PC app Microsoft’s Windows 11 is on the verge of receiving significant updates […]
Tea is a popular ‘dating safety tool’ that just suffered a data breach 72,000 images pertaining to the app were involved, some of which were user photo IDs There’s an ongoing investigation, but the obvious worry here is potential identity theft for those whose images were exposed Tea is a popular mobile app designed as […]
Apple has released an important new update for macOS Sequoia The update prevents a potential bricking issue for users utilizing DFU mode for device recovery It may be the last macOS Sequoia update before macOS Tahoe 26’s arrival Apple’s macOS Tahoe 26 is now on the horizon, slated for release later this year. However, Apple […]
Microsoft has said Windows 11 SE will run out of support in October 2026 This brings an end to this alternative spin on Windows 11 However, Surface Laptop SE owners were previously promised a longer timeframe of support for their devices Microsoft has announced that it’s dropping support for Windows 11 SE in just over […]
Microsoft has put together a new promotional video It sells the benefits of transferring to a new PC via the Backup app However, it’s also pushing a OneDrive subscription – but there are free alternatives Microsoft has published a video clip explaining how easy it is to move to Windows 11 using the Backup app […]
Meta and Stanford University researchers have developed new MR glasses These specs use holography to produce high-quality images Support rumors that Meta’s headsets may turn into slim goggles Meta’s newly published research gives us a glimpse at its future XR plans, and seemingly confirms it wants to make ultra-slim XR goggles. That’s because Meta’s Reality […]
Windows 11 24H2 had a strange bug that messed with the mouse It made the mouse cursor larger after the PC woke from sleep (or was rebooted) Microsoft has seemingly fixed this problem with the July update Microsoft has reportedly fixed a bug in Windows 11 which caused the mouse cursor to supersize itself in […]
There are scattered reports of Windows 10 PCs being offered a Windows 11 upgrade That’s despite the fact that these devices don’t meet the Windows 11 hardware requirements This has happened in the past, too, and it looks like it’s a recurring bug – and not an offer you want to take up There are […]
Meta revealed the ideal VR gaming session is 20 to 40 minutes Less than that and VR doesn’t feel worthwhile Longer and hardware issues can have a negative impact Meta has released new research it has conducted into the perfect length of VR games, and based on my experience testing its Meta Quest 3, Meta […]
Windows 11 has a useful change for multiple monitors in a new preview You’ll be able to access notifications and the calendar flyout on the secondary monitor Previously that wasn’t possible, even though it is in Windows 10 If you use multiple monitors with Windows 11, there’s a change in the pipeline with the taskbar […]
Meta is said to be developing a new smartwatch It could feature a camera but be light on health features We might see it at Meta Connect later this year Meta’s on-again-off-again relationship with smartwatches might be back on an upswing, as there are reports it will be releasing new wrist-based tech at Meta Connect […]
The UK’s Online Safety Act has introduced age verification tools across multiple platforms It prevents users from accessing potentially 18+ rated content It’s left multiple gamers and Discord users looking for alternatives due to verification issues Britain’s new Online Safety Act has left online users in uproar, with age verification required to access channels on […]
Windows 10’s July update broke part of the emoji picker This is a panel that lets you select from a huge library of emoji The search function is broken, making navigating that expanse more difficult Windows 10’s latest update (for July) has broken part of the emoji panel in the OS, Microsoft has confirmed. If […]
Microsoft is collecting more data on performance issues with Windows 11 This is happening via feedback from testers using preview builds Hoovering up a whole lot more logs relating to performance hitches will hopefully help Microsoft stamp out sluggishness on the desktop Microsoft has promised to improve Windows 11’s overall performance levels, ensuring the operating […]
Windows 11 could be getting a new ‘shared audio’ option The feature, spotted in testing, allows for piping audio to multiple speakers It’s not clear exactly how it works yet, though, as it’s just hidden in testing in an early form, and not live in preview builds yet If you’ve ever wanted to play music […]
Windows 10’s scheme for extended updates is now open You can sign up using your Microsoft account and get free updates (if you sync your PC settings to OneDrive) The enrollment wizard to access the scheme seems to still be rolling out, but you should see it very soon Windows 10 users can now sign […]
A Windows-to-Linux migration tool has been revealed It’s still in development, but looks very promising, providing a seamless way of transitioning to Linux Only one distro is supported, but there’s the possibility of multiple options in the future Those whose PC doesn’t support Windows 11 – or people who just plain don’t like Microsoft’s newest […]
Microsoft is claiming Windows 11 24H2 is the most reliable version ever The company says it has 24% fewer crashes than version 22H2 In a blog post about resiliency, Microsoft also clarifies the benefits of the latest Windows update for 24H2 Microsoft has put forward a case for Windows 11 24H2 being the “most reliable […]
Refresh 2025-07-24T18:59:12.744Z While AOL has yet to remove the outage message from its Help page, and neither it or Yahoo have posted on X to follow up on their previous posts noting their respective email services were experiencing issues, going by Downdetector and user reports, it would seem like both email services are mostly back […]
The Link To Windows app on Android has a new ‘Lock PC’ button This allows you to remotely lock your Windows 11 PC from the phone Other goodies introduced with Link To Windows recently also include the ability to grab clipboard contents from your PC on your smartphone Windows 11 users are getting the ability […]
OpenAI is expected to release the Sora 2 AI video model soon Sora 2 will face stiff competition from Google’s Veo 3 model Veo 3 already offers features that Sora does not, and OpenAI will need to enhance both what Sora can do and how easy it is to use to entice possible customers OpenAI […]
Windows 11 has a new optional update It’s a big one, delivering a whole load of new features These include an AI agent in Settings, a new quick-recovery option for PCs that won’t boot, and added AI features for many Windows 11 apps Windows 11 has a new update in preview, and it’s a hefty […]
ChatGPT is now fielding 2.5 billion prompts a day In comparison, Google gets 14 billion daily searches People are increasingly turning to AI instead of search engines If you use ChatGPT on a daily basis, you’re certainly not alone. According to Axios, ChatGPT users now send more than 2.5 billion prompts a day to the […]
Microsoft has given us more details on how PC-to-PC migration works It’ll offer a useful alternative to those who don’t want to restore a backup via OneDrive The feature does still have caveats, though, including needing a Microsoft account – and it won’t support Arm-based PCs initially, either Microsoft has provided more details on how […]
OpenAI appears to be testing GPT-5 based on leaked files and internal biosecurity tools GPT-5 is rumored to unify memory, reasoning, vision, and task completion into one No specific release date has been announced, but it’s likely to roll out officially in the next few months Rumors that OpenAI is already testing GPT‑5 have started […]
Refresh 2025-07-21T13:17:14.012Z OpenAI’s status page indicates that this partial outage has been ongoing for 37 minutes and that most of the issues are related to conversations with ChatGPT. Meaning that the AI might be erroring out when responding to a query from you or just not responding at all. 2025-07-21T13:02:35.294Z OpenAI confirms there’s an issue […]
Netflix’s co-CEO Ted Sarandos announced the use of generative AI in an original production for the first time The Eternaut, an Argentine sci-fi show, used generative artificial intelligence to create VFX of a building collapsing The company says it is “thrilled with the results” Netflix used AI-generated visual effects for the first time in a […]
An employee used a very bad AI-generated image to advertise graphic designer jobs at Xbox The image shows a woman writing code that somehow appears on the back of a computer monitor, among other problems The ad is especially awkward as Microsoft recently completed laying off more than 9,000 people A post on LinkedIn seeking […]
Claude can now connect to apps like Notion, Canva, and Stripe The AI can understand and assist with tasks using your actual work data Claude’s secure access reduces the need to constantly explain context to the AI Anthropic has upgraded Claude with a major new set of tools that let the AI assistant integrate directly […]
A new update for Windows 11 24H2 is failing to install for some While this has happened before, reports seem more prevalent with the July update There are also other concerns such as overheating issues and buggy mouse behavior Windows 11’s latest update (for version 24H2) is refusing to install for some folks – which […]
Windows 11 24H2 now has better security levels This is down to Microsoft improving the scripting engine in the OS As a result, hackers will find it more difficult to discover and leverage exploits in Windows 11 Windows 11 just got a move to tighten security, but Microsoft has only applied this to the latest […]
Google just launched photo-to-video capabilities in Veo 3 Now you can ask Gemini to transform a photo into an eight-second video Available for Google AI Pro and AI Ultra subscribers, the feature rollout starts today Google just added a new powerful tool to its Gemini Veo 3 image generation feature that allows users to turn […]
Windows 11 has a new Black Screen of Death (BSoD) rather than blue It simplifies the current BSoD as well as changing the color The problem is that it perhaps goes too far with the streamlining, and looks rather too much like a Windows update being applied Windows 11 is getting a new design – […]
Meta’s Oakley glasses are up for preorder ahead of a July 22 launch The limited edition glasses will cost $499 / £499 / AU$789 Cheaper Oakleys are set to arrive “later this Summer” The wait is finally over. Meta’s Oakley smart glasses are finally available to preorder ahead of their July 22 launch, though there’s […]
Perplexity’s new Comet browser promises an AI assistant that travels the web for you Comet joins other AI browsers aiming to beat Chrome and other popular platforms. Though AI companies are betting on their browser’s enticing users, their mainstream appeal is uncertain. Perplexity has officially made the move to web browsers, embedding its AI tools […]
xAI has launched the new Grok 4 and Grok 4 Heavy AI models Grok 4 requires a $30 monthly SuperGrok subscription The launch comes as Grok faces renewed criticism xAI introduced new versions of its Grok AI model line. Grok 4 and its larger, more powerful sibling, Grok 4 Heavy, are part of CEO Elon […]
Windows 11’s July update is now out It offers quite a number of new features and tweaks There are also some important fixes, particularly for gamers Windows 11 24H2 has a new update and it’s a weighty affair packing a bunch of feature additions and some important fixes. What goodies can you expect with the […]
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked’s many new products and features have not left out AI examples. Plenty involved Google and its Gemini family of AI models, with a host of new features coming to Android devices with the new Android 16 and Wear OS 6 systems. Here are some of the ones to be the most excited […]
A new mysterious mode has appeared on some users’ ChatGPT accounts “Study together” lets you learn subjects with ChatGPT, with AI asking you questions on the subject matter No release date is confirmed as of yet, but the initial response seems positive A mysterious new ChatGPT mode has appeared on some accounts this week, as […]
Windows 11 could be getting ‘dynamic’ wallpaper driven by AI That’s according to a leaker who’s found clues in preview builds of the OS Microsoft has tried this idea in the past, mind, before abandoning it – but this time round, things will hopefully be different Microsoft is supposedly thinking about introducing some kind of […]
Wimbledon’s AI-powered line calls have replaced human judges Players like Jack Draper and Emma Raducanu have voiced frustration over questionable calls Despite its precision, Wimbledon’s AI system has experienced malfunctions that raised backlash among fans as well Wimbledon made headlines this year by eliminating human line judges entirely, replacing them with an AI-powered system designed […]
Windows 11 has finally overtaken Windows 10 for market share 52% of those using Microsoft’s desktop operating systems are now on Windows 11 That’s a hefty swing of almost 10% away from Windows 10 At long last, Windows 11 is present on more PCs globally than Windows 10, at least according to one set of […]
An Xbox executive suggested that laid-off employees use AI for emotional support and career guidance The suggestion sparked backlash and led the executive to delete their LinkedIn post Microsoft has laid off 9,000 employees in recent months while investing heavily in AI. Microsoft has been hyping up its AI ambitions for the last several years, […]
Windows 11 has a new optional update It fixes a bunch of bugs that have been annoying gamers One of the most annoying glitches causes the monitor screen to go black for up to a few seconds when playing games, and it’s now resolved Windows 11’s latest patch makes some important improvements for PC gamers, […]
You can get access to Google’s Veo 3 for free with this simple trick Sign up for a Google Cloud free trial with $300/£222 of credit and use Veo 3 directly from Vertex AI Generate 8-second clips with audio without spending a penny Google’s Veo 3 is everywhere, making it nearly impossible to tell what […]
Microsoft has been boasting about the benefits of Windows 11 (again) It claims Windows 11 PCs can be ‘up to 2.3x faster’ than Windows 10 machines This comparison was made running the operating systems on different hardware, though, and it’s very misleading as a result It likely hasn’t escaped your attention that Microsoft is busy […]
A new search ability is rolling out for the Copilot app It gives Windows 11 and 10 users an AI-powered search, offering natural language queries Copilot can also peek inside files and find relevant info you need, saving you the legwork Windows 11 is getting a new ability for Copilot to help you find files […]
First-look images of Android’s upcoming Live Updates function revealed Similar feel to iOS Live Activities Live Updates is currently only functional in the latest Android 16 QPR1 beta, but should widely rolled out next quarter Google unveiled its upcoming Live Updates feature at this year’s Google I/O event back in May, and though the Android […]
Zuckerberg has created a new group called Meta Superintelligence Labs The goal of the group is to create AI superintelligence New hires from OpenAI will form the team headed up by Alexandr Wang from Scale AI Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, has heated up the race towards AI superintelligence by restructuring the company’s artificial intelligence […]
New formatting abilities have arrived in Notepad for Windows 11 Microsoft previously tested these features, but they’re now rolling out to all Windows 11 users Some welcome the move as a useful addition to Notepad’s editing powers, while others feel Microsoft is just bloating the text editor Windows 11’s Notepad app has been fleshed out […]
Crunchyroll aired anime with obviously AI-generated subtitles that included typos, clunky phrasing, and lines like “ChatGPT said.” Fans quickly noticed and criticized the lack of human oversight The incident highlights growing concerns about AI replacing creative roles without proper review, particularly in localization, where context and tone are crucial There are mistranslations, and then there […]
Windows 10 PCs are getting an update stealthily installed The under-the-radar arrival of KB5001716 may confuse some folks This patch is deployed to versions of Windows which are about to run out of support, and it’ll nudge you to make a move to keep your PC secure Windows 10 PCs are getting an update stealthily […]
Microsoft recently threw a lifeline to consumers, offering alternatives to paying $30 for extended support for Windows 10 PIRG thinks this doesn’t go far enough in terms of avoiding an impending e-waste calamity The organization suggests Microsoft considers providing longer-term support for Windows 10, or relaxes the spec requirements for Windows 11 Microsoft’s recent lifeline […]
Google Gemini can more easily access your Phone and Messages apps Previously, you had to allow Gemini Apps Activity, reducing your privacy That’s no longer the case, and comes as Gemini RCS support leaks too Google looks set to give Google Gemini some serious upgrades by allowing it greater access to your apps without forcing […]
Spotify’s latest breakout band The Velvet Sundown appears to be AI-generated – and fans aren’t happy
Update, Monday June 30 : We’ve been contacted by Deezer, the global streaming music service, to say that it has flagged The Velvet Sundown’s albums as AI-generated content together with the message: “Some tracks on this album may have been created using artificial intelligence”. This stands in contrast to Spotify and Apple Music, which have […]
Xbox’s limited-edition Quest 3S has sold out at Meta’s store You can still find it at Best Buy in the US and Argos in the UK Meta has previously said that once it sells out it’s gone for good The Meta Quest 3S Xbox edition is sold out at Meta’s own store, but thankfully it’s […]
Google’s new Gemini Robotics On‑Device AI model lets robots run entirely offline The model can learn new tasks from just 50 to 100 examples It adapts to different robot types, like humanoids or industrial arms, and could be used in rural homes and hospitals For years, we’ve been promised robot butlers capable of folding your […]
A new study shows people sometimes sound a lot like ChatGPT when they speak The evidence is in their vocabulary and phrasing This shift could flatten emotional nuance and have everyone sound the same Have you recently heard a TED Talk, or perhaps from a friend who teaches at a college, tell you about their […]
You can now pay annually for Google AI Pro for the first time The overall price is the equivalent of getting two months for free As yet, ChatGPT doesn’t offer annual subscription options Good news if you’re fully committed to Google Gemini AI, and you like saving money: the Google AI Pro subscription can now […]
Microsoft is replacing its Blue Screen of Death with a Black Screen of Death This comes after decades of service from the original BSoD It’s slated to roll out later this summer Microsoft is gradually remodeling Windows 11, with an upgraded Xbox app aligned for the new ROG Xbox Ally handhelds that introduces an Aggregated […]
Meet Sirius, an AI-based programmable and customizable robotic dog companion You can train Sirius to perform tricks and upload different voice packs Its available worldwide, with pre-orders starting today From early sci-fi heroes like K9 in Dr Who, or Muffit in the original Battlestar Galactica, robot dogs have long been a staple of TV and […]
Xiaomi announced AI smart glasses They share a lot of similarities with Meta’s Ray-Bans, even priced similarly Xiaomi’s specs have some unique features, like electrochromic dimming Chinese tech brand Xiaomi isn’t about to let Android XR, Meta, and others race ahead of it in the smart glasses world as it just announced its AI glasses […]
New app from Simon Squibb promises free AI advice There are versions for iOS and Android You can call AI Simon for a voice chat, too Simon Squibb, the serial entrepreneur, viral philanthropist and author of the #1 Sunday Times bestselling book What’s Your Dream? has just released a new app that distils his 30 […]
A federal judge rejected a ChatGPT user’s petition against her order that OpenAI preserve all ChatGPT chats The order followed a request by The New York Times as part of its lawsuit against OpenAI and Microsoft OpenAI plans to continue arguing against the ruling OpenAI will be holding onto all of your conversations with ChatGPT […]
Microsoft has launched a wizard to help Windows 10 devices stay secure It’s only intended as a temporary solution, though Windows 10 support ends later this year Windows 10 has been around for almost a decade now, but official support is due to end on October 14 this year. Yet that doesn’t have to be […]
Midjourney has launched its first AI video model, V1. The model lets users animate images into five-second motion clips. The tool is relatively affordable and a possible rival for Google Veo or OpenAI’s Sora. Midjourney has long been a popular AI image wizard, but now the company is making moves and movies with its first-ever […]
Adobe wants to help decide how your brand shows up inside ChatGPT and other AI bots LLM Optimizer promises SEO-like results in an internet where search engines no longer rule Your FAQ page could now influence what AI chatbots say about your brand to customers Popular AI tools such as ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude are […]
Amid all the debates about how AI affects jobs, science, the environment, and everything else, there’s a question of how large language models impact the people using them directly. A new study from the MIT Media Lab implies that using AI tools reduces brain activity in some ways, which is understandably alarming. But I think […]
MiniMax’s new Hailuo 02 AI video model has sparked a viral trend of cats performing Olympic dives The videos blend advanced physics-based animation with internet absurdity Though not the quality of Google Veo 3, Hailuo 2 is rapidly gaining in popularity among casual AI users Watching the cat walk onto the diving board, I could […]
Google’s new Search Live feature lets users hold real-time voice conversations with an AI-powered version of Search The Gemini-powered AI attempts to simulate a friendly and knowledgeable human. Google is keen to have all roads lead to Gemini, and Search Live could help entice people to try the AI companion without realizing it Google’s quest […]
Meta and Oakley are officially making smart glasses They’re based on Oakley’s HSTN glasses design Launching later this summer, they’ll start at $399 / £399 It’s official. Following a teaser earlier this week, Oakley and Meta have made smart glasses, and as an owner of the almost two-year-old Ray-Ban Meta smart specs, I’m green with […]
Sam Altman has appeared in the first episode of OpenAI’s brand new podcast, called simply the OpenAI Podcast, which is available to watch now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. The podcast is hosted by Andrew Mayne and in the first episode, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman joins the host to talk about the future of […]
Google’s new Gemini 2.5 Flash-Lite model is its fastest and most cost-efficient The model is for tasks that don’t require much processing, like translation and data organization The new model is in preview, while Gemini 2.5 Flash and Pro are now generally available AI chatbots can respond at a pretty rapid clip at this point, […]
A Redditor was moving a huge slab of data from old drives to a new one They used OneDrive as a midpoint in an ill-thought-out strategy that left all the data in Microsoft’s cloud service temporarily When they came to download the data, they were locked out of OneDrive, and can’t get Microsoft support to […]
Meta AI prompts you to choose to post publicly in the app’s Discovery feed by default Meta has a new warning pop-up, but accidental sharing remains a possibility You can opt out of having your conversations go public entirely through the Meta AI app’s settings The Meta AI app’s somewhat unique contribution to the AI […]
You can now create ChatGPT images in WhatsApp Ask it to create any image you want Upload an image and ask it to modify it You can now create and modify images using ChatGPT’s AI chops inside WhatsApp without having to use the ChatGPT app at all. WhatsApp, the MetaAI-owned messaging app, caused more than […]
Meta has just announced it’s partnering with Oakley on something new Most likely, this is the long-rumored Oakley smart glasses We’ll find out more on June 20 Oakley and Meta are officially partnering on something – I mean, it’s smart glasses, right? – and we’ll be finding out everything about it in just a few […]
A PC-to-PC migration feature has been found in a new Windows 10 preview It’s not enabled in testing, though, and is hidden in the background However, Windows Insiders have got it working in a fashion, and we could see it arrive before long Microsoft is readying a PC-to-PC migration feature for Windows 10 that was […]
Match’s Singles in America report shows AI use in dating has surged 333% in just one year. Nearly half of Gen Z singles now use AI to help with profiles, messages, or match filtering. AI may help polish dating experiences, but its long-term utility is questionable. Finding a date online or with an app went […]
Get ChatGPT Plus for 3 months at a discounted 50% off rate This easy trick is accessible via ChatGPT’s official website ChatGPT Plus gives you access to OpenAI’s best models and all the latest features such as Sora ChatGPT is free to use, but if you want access to OpenAI’s latest AI models and tools […]
Apple reportedly targets ‘spring 2026’ for launch of delayed AI Siri upgrade – but is that too late?
Apple’s much-anticipated Siri upgrade is rumored to arrive in ‘spring 2026’ A new report from Mark Gurman at Bloomberg claims Apple Intelligence-powered Siri is slated for an iOS 26.4 release A year is a long time in the world of AI. Is that too long to wait? As WWDC 2025 comes to a close, a […]
The Document Foundation, which makes LibreOffice, is the latest to jump on the anti-Windows 11 bandwagon The organization argues that Windows 10 users should switch to Linux It outlines the strengths of Linux, which include being free, open, and transparent More than a few big players on the Linux side of the fence are now […]
OpenAI has upgraded ChatGPT’s Projects feature to remember past chats, tone preferences, and files Projects now offers deep research, voice mode, mobile file uploads, and more OpenAI wants Projects to function more like smart workspaces than one-off chats ChatGPT’s Projects feature has been a useful way to organize conversations with the AI chatbot since it […]
Google’s new Portraits experiment lets users chat with AI avatars modeled on real experts. The project’s first Portrait is Radical Candor author Kim Scott. The avatar delivers advice based on Scott’s actual content and was developed with her direct involvement. Google is testing out a tool to connect people with all kinds of experts, or […]
The Browser Company has launched an AI-powered browser named Dia Dia integrates a personalized AI assistant directly into the address bar The AI lets you chat with tabs and will adapt to your style over time The Browser Company has a new way to travel the web using AI. Best known for its Arc browser, […]
Microsoft compared Liquid Glass to Windows Vista on its Instagram account It’s rather late to the party in drawing this kind of comparison Mind you, if anyone has a right to do so, it’s Microsoft, which brought in transparency with the Aero effect on the desktop of Vista Microsoft has joined the throng of those […]
Apple Vision Pro is unquestionably one of the most powerful pieces of consumer hardware Apple has ever built, but the pricey gadget is still struggling to connect with consumers. And that’s a shame because the generational-leaping visionOS 26 adds even more eye-popping features to the $3,500 headset, which I think you’d struggle to find with […]
There’s no denying that Apple’s Siri digital chatbot didn’t exactly hold a place of honor at this year’s WWDC 2025 keynote. Apple mentioned it, and reiterated that it was taking longer than it had anticipated to bring everyone the Siri it promised a year ago, saying the full Apple Integration would arrive “in the coming […]
The race to put augmented reality smart glasses on your face is heating up. Snap Spectacles are transforming into “Specs” and will launch as lighter and more powerful AR wearables in 2026. CEO Evan Spiegel announced the all-new Specs on stage at the XR event AWE, promising smart glasses that are smaller, considerably lighter, and […]
Google Gemini’s app has a new Scheduled Actions feature to assign recurring tasks. Gemini will complete the tasks automatically at the chosen times, similar to ChatGPT’s Tasks feature. The upgrade is only available to paying Gemini Pro, Ultra, and eligible Workspace users. Google Gemini is getting a little more organized with a new feature for […]
Apple just announced major free upgrades coming to Apple Intelligence-compatible devices, set to arrive as part of iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS 26, and watchOS 26 later this year. The new AI features coming to these devices were sporadically showcased throughout WWDC 2025, so we’ve compiled a list of all the major announcements to give […]
No new iPhone expected, not even a hint, really No apologies for the bad Apple Intelligence launch No Holy Grail products like XR glasses or a glucose monitor Next week Apple hosts its WWDC 2025, bringing together developers and media to discuss what’s new and what’s upcoming in the world of All Things Apple. Apple […]
Meta is developing its Aria Gen 2 smart glasses, which come packed with sensors and AI features The smart glasses can track your gaze, movement, and even heart rate to gauge what’s happening around you and your feelings about it The smart glasses are currently being used to help researchers train robots and build better […]
It’s almost that time of year again: WWDC time. Apple’s Worldwide Developer Conference is an annual event, where it reveals to developers and the rest of us what’s coming in terms of software updates. That covers iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS, so it’s always a packed show. When it comes to official WWDC […]
Nearly half of IT teams don’t fully know what their AI agents are accessing daily Enterprises love AI agents, but also fear what they’re doing behind closed digital doors AI tools now need governance, audit trails, and control just like human employees Despite growing enthusiasm for agentic AI across businesses, new research suggests that the […]
Google’s Gemini 2.5 Pro is getting an update to improve its coding The update fixes previous issues with formatting and coherence The model is expected to become Gemini Pro’s first official stable release Google’s rapid rollout of new models of Gemini is continuing apace, but the latest version of Gemini 2.5 Pro has some notable […]
The New York Times is requesting that all ChatGPT conversations be retained as part of its lawsuit against OpenAI and Microsoft This would mean that a record of all your ChatGPT conversations would be kept, potentially forever OpenAI argues that chats with AI should be a private conversation Back in December 2023, the New York […]
Luma Labs’ new Modify Video tool for Dream Machine uses AI to alter any video footage without reshoots Any characters or environments won’t lose their original motion or performances Anything from subtle wardrobe tweaks to full magical scene overhauls is feasible Luma Labs is known for producing AI videos from scratch, but the company has […]
Windows 11 has a new power-saving feature in testing It kicks in when you leave your laptop for a period of time While you’re away, power management settings ensure a minimal amount of battery is used – and when you return, things instantly return to normal Windows 11 is set to receive fresh capabilities to […]
Google DeepMind is building an AI email assistant The AI will automatically respond to messages in a user’s own voice and style The assistant will sort and organize inboxes to help reduce time spent on admin duties There are few modern experiences more demoralizing than waking up, picking up your phone to turn off your […]
KDE has a campaign to persuade Windows 10 users to switch to Linux The desktop environment maker accuses Microsoft of ‘tech extortion’ with the end of support deadline for Windows 10 There are serious environmental concerns here, but at the same time, the language used in this campaign is going too far As Windows 10 […]
OpenAI has added a memory feature for free ChatGPT users The AI chatbot can now recall recent conversations and tailor responses accordingly You can decide what ChatGPT remembers or disable it if you choose OpenAI has a reliable strategy of releasing new ChatGPT features for paying subscribers first before rolling them out to everyone. If […]
“We’re on AI time,” that’s what I tell people now when they try to comprehend the rapid pace of AI and all connected technologies, advancements. Even though it’s been just two and a half years since OpenAI unleashed ChatGPT on the world, I’ve known intuitively for months that in the world of technology, we are […]
Asus is trying to persuade those who can’t upgrade their Windows 10 laptop to switch to a Copilot+ PC This is ignoring concerns about millions of PCs heading to the scrapheap because of Windows 11’s spec requirements Asus is also overselling the abilities of Copilot+ PCs, which just aren’t that impressive overall – not yet, […]
The next version of Apple’s desktop operating system for its Macs, to take the baton from macOS 15 Sequioa next year, will apparently be macOS Tahoe. According to Mark Gurman’s newsletter for Bloomberg – a leaker who’s already flagged an apparent change in numbering, predicting this will be macOS 26, not 16 – Lake Tahoe […]
There’s a new update out for Windows 11 24H2 in preview It offers a whole load of features, albeit some are Copilot+ PC exclusives New abilities include a supercharged search in Settings, cross-device resume with OneDrive files, useful new HDR options and much more Windows 11 version 24H2 is set to receive a towering pile […]
Latest update for Windows 11 24H2 packs a couple of nifty fixes for gamers One of those is the crucial cure for some PC games locking up completely The other fix is more tenuous, but a patched memory leak may also be related to issues with some games Windows 11 24H2 just got a vital […]
Android phone owners can now quickly view Office files in a hassle-free way Previously, if you were sent an Office file, you had to sign in to your Microsoft account even to have a swift glance at it No login is required now, as has been the case with iOS for a while Microsoft has […]
Echo Hunter is a new, fully AI-generated sci-fi short film created using Arcana AI The cast is SAG-AFTRA actors led by Breckin Meyer The film blends traditional voice performances with AI-rendered visuals There’s a memorable moment in the new sci-fi short film Echo Hunter where a clone hunter starts questioning his place in a morally […]
Bono has been a ubiquitous presence for most of my adult life. I was just coming up in the world when U2’s break-out album, War, arrived, and by 1987’s Joshua Tree, Bono and lead guitarist Edge felt inescapable. In other words, I saw U2 frontman Bono as less of an enigma and more of a […]
We all know the story of the first YouTube video, a grainy 19-second clip of co-founder Jawed Karim at the zoo, remarking on the elephants behind him. That video was a pivotal moment in the digital space, and in some ways, it is a reflection, or at least an inverted mirror image, of today as […]
Windows 11 22H2 and 23H2 have been hit by a bug that can leave a PC unable to boot Microsoft is investigating this recovery error glitch in the May update Windows 11 Home users are unlikely to be affected, we’re told, but that doesn’t mean they can’t run into this showstopping affair Those who haven’t […]
A new report from Bloomberg says Apple will change how it numbers its operating systems The change will be to match the year, so not iOS 19 but iOS 26 It’s said the change will be for iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS as well With just 12 days until Apple’s WWDC 2025 kicks off […]
It was just a glimpse, two 8-second Veo 3 videos, but as with so many life-altering things, I’ll never forget my first time generating synchronized audio and video with one deftly crafted prompt. I’m currently running Google AI Pro, the $19.99 a month account that gives you access to the Gemini 2.5 Pro model and, […]
Apple might push further into gaming with a dedicated hub on the iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV 4K It’ll be a showcase for new titles available directly for the platforms and through Apple Arcade. It’s rumored to be announced at WWDC 2025, right after the Nintendo Switch 2 launches Between Apple Arcade on the […]
Microsoft is adding an AI-powered Write feature to Notepad as part of Copilot Plus Write uses prompts to generate and refine text The update also enhances Paint with a sticker generator and the Snipping Tool with smart cropping Microsoft Notepad is about as basic a tool as you’ll find on Windows. Just a basic blank […]
Big changes are coming to watchOS and tvOS They’ll apparently match updates to iOS and macOS Expect an official unveiling on June 9, at WWDC We now know Apple’s Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) for 2025 is getting underway on Monday, June 9, and now we’ve got more of an idea about the software updates likely […]
After many months of speculation, Google finally showed off its still-early-day Android XR smart glasses prototype. It was an impressive live demo, with a live translation portion that went off well but not without hitches. Still, it got the crowd at Google I/O going, and right after that opening keynote wrapped, I strolled around the […]
AI chatbots and videos use up a huge amount of energy and water A five-second AI video uses as much energy as a microwave running for an hour or more Data center energy use has doubled since 2017, and AI will account for half ot it by 2028 It only takes a few minutes in […]
Researchers have discovered a “universal jailbreak” for AI chatbots The jailbreak can trick major chatbots into helping commit crimes or other unethical activity Some AI models are now being deliberately designed without ethical constraints, even as calls grow for stronger oversight I’ve enjoyed testing the boundaries of ChatGPT and other AI chatbots, but while I […]
Microsoft is bringing new AI features to Notepad, Paint and Snipping Tool Many of these are for Copilot+ PCs only, though, as they require an NPU Notepad is getting a new AI-powered text creation ability which is coming to all Windows 11 PCs, but it needs a Microsoft 365 subscription Windows 11’s Notepad app is […]
Anthropic has debuted two new Claude AI models named Claude Opus 4 and Claude Sonnet 4 Claude Opus 4 claims to be the best coding AI in the world Claude Sonnet 4 is a smaller, streamlined model with major upgrades from Sonnet 3.7 version. Anthropic has unveiled Claude 4, the latest generation of its AI […]
Signal has a new option for its Windows 11 app to block Recall The developer had to fudge a way of preventing screenshots of the messaging app being taken Unfortunately this has side-effects such as interfering with screen reading tools, but Signal says Microsoft has left it no choice Signal, a messaging app that majors […]
Google has rolled out a new AI-powered shopping feature to help you figure out what the clothes you are interested in buying might look like when you wear them. It’s dubbed “try it on” and it’s available right now in the US through Google Search Labs. To get started, you just need to switch it […]
Adobe is increasing the price of its Creative Cloud All Apps plan The new plan will include AI tools and credits The plan’s name is also changing to Creative Cloud Pro Adobe’s Creative Cloud suite contains some fantastic apps for creatives, with Photoshop, Illustrator and more among its contents. But if you currently subscribe to […]
Android XR has been showcased by Google at I/O 2025 It relies heavily on AI to deliver many of its features, like live translation The headset looks interesting, but the glasses are the true star Google has finally taken the lid off Android XR at Google I/O 2025 to show us what the operating system […]
Windows 10’s May update carries a bug that could be a painful experience Microsoft has rushed out an emergency fix already Be sure to apply that fix before you install the May update – but if you’ve already encountered this bug, there’s still a way out Windows 10 users need to be aware of a […]
Amazon’s rollout of Alexa+ lacks much public evidence Technical issues may be delaying a wider release Amazon claims Alexa+ is in use by hundreds of thousands of homes Amazon unveiled Alexa+ with great fanfare more than six weeks ago, but there hasn’t been much of a conversation among AI and voice assistant users about it […]
Apple is working on making other voice assistants available in iOS according to a new report The move is expected to be required to conform to European Union regulations You can make your iPhone’s Action Button load up either ChatGPT or Gemini right now According to a new report from Mark Gurman at Bloomberg, Apple […]
Philips Fixables opens the door to DIY repairs with a program built around 3D printing files One tiny 3D printed part might mark a big shift in how repairs are done Don’t get too excited, only one part is available, and it’s not widely accessible yet Philips has launched an initiative called Philips Fixables, a […]
Google Messages is finally getting a mentions features, similar to the one in WhatsApp and Telegram It was first spotted in March, but Android Authority has managed to get the feature working Though it works for the most part, it’s not quite ready for an official rollout Google Messages has been getting some major upgrades […]
Many applicants admit they wouldn’t correct AI CV embellishments even if they knew they were false Recruiters now face polished, fabricated applications they can barely differentiate from genuine submissions Hiscox says AI-generated CVs often look flawless, but mask exaggerated skills and completely fabricated interests Artificial intelligence is now a common presence in the hiring pipeline, […]
This SSD is smaller than a coin and dangerously easy to swallow – and that’s not even the worst part
Suneast Portable SSD Nano is smaller than a coin Weighing just 2.8g, the drive is easy to carry and just as easy to lose Read and write speeds are decent, but far from what power users might expect today We’ve seen some impressively small SSDs over the years, and some, like the Buffalo 1TB SSD, […]
You can now speak with Darth Vader in Fortnite Disney and Epic Games announced the revival of Darth Vader’s iconic voice thanks to the power of AI James Earl Jones died in 2024, but his voice lives on Disney and Epic Games have confirmed Darth Vader’s iconic voice will be coming to Fortnite, thanks to […]
A Greek couple thought it would be fun to use ChatGPT as a fortune-teller and have it “read” coffee grounds in their cups ChatGPT claimed the husband was cheating with someone whose name starts with E The wife is now filing for divorce over the AI tasseography response A woman in Greece is divorcing her […]
Mycelium might power electronics someday, if it stops biodegrading before the job is done The split-gill mushroom’s extracellular matrix may be the key to future green batteries Scientists dream of compostable batteries, but controlling fungal behavior remains a major challenge Researchers from Empa, the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology, are exploring the […]
ChatGPT 4.1 and 4.1 mini are now available 4.1 excels at coding, and is available for all paid subscribers 4.1 mini is free to use, and activates once you’ve reached your daily GPT-4o limit ChatGPT just got a massive upgrade in the form of GPT-4.1 for paid subscribers and 4.1 mini for free users. The […]
Apple announced plans to support Switch Control for Brain-Computer Interfaces The tool would make devices like iPhones and Vision Pro headsets accessible for people with conditions like ALS Combined with Apple’s AI-powered Personal Voice feature, brain-computer interfaces could allow people to think words and hear them spoken in a synthetic version of their voice Our […]
Google has unveiled that Gemini will be coming to devices with Google TV later this year, starting with TCL devices The update follows Google initial announcement at CES 2025, where it teased new advancements on Gemini with Google smart TVs The Google TV Streamer device won’t receive the same treatment however, and the future of […]
ChatGPT’s Deep Research feature can now export reports as PDFs The PDFs come complete with tables, images, and citations This update makes it easier to archive, share, and even reuse ChatGPT’s research in other tools I’ve spent a lot of time experimenting with ChatGPT’s Deep Research feature, and I’ve produced all kinds of strange (though […]
Windows 11 has a redesign of the Start menu incoming Microsoft has shared info on the process of that revamp and how it took in a wide range of feedback We also get to see some of the abandoned designs for the Start menu Windows 11 is getting a major revamp for the Start menu […]
Google is debuting an AI-powered image-to-video tool on smartphones built by the Chinese firm Honor Honor’s new 400 series phones are getting the Google Veo-powered tool even before Google Pixel phones. The feature produced five-second animated videos in portrait or landscape orientation from a single image. Google is showing off a new AI image-to-video feature […]
Windows 11 is getting more Copilot functionality An ‘Ask Copilot’ option is arriving for the right-click menu on the desktop Copilot is also being deployed in the Microsoft Store to provide buying advice (in testing) If you’re expecting to see more AI in Windows 11, well, you’d be bang on the money there, as it […]
NBC Sports will use an AI-generated version of legendary announcer Jim Fagan’s voice in its upcoming NBA coverage The re-creation will appear in intros and promos with the approval of Fagan’s family NBC hopes to evoke nostalgia for 1990s basketball with the AI voice The booming, baritone narration by Jim Fagan is as much a […]
Google is using AI to protect against scams in Chrome, Search and Android The AI can analyze and distill data to detect entirely new scams Google claims it’s already seeing positive results from the change If there’s one thing you learn while browsing the internet, it’s that scams are everywhere. Even the most eagle-eyed experts […]